It's a really picturesque market town - me, my husband and two boys love to go there on a day trip. There's loads of lovely independent shops, fab family friendly pubs and restaurants, a castle (my four-year-old loves it!), a walled garden and plenty of walks and fresh air! Well worth a visit. Always come away saying we wish we lived there!
www.thisishelmsley.co.uk
Google map: bit.ly/L62YrI
Also worth mentioning the Hunters of Helmsley deli - I've never seen so many delicious goodies, I could have brought everything in there! Highly recommend one of their amazing sandwiches, followed by one of their locally made ice creams.